by Sian Napiersnapier@thekmgroup.co.uk

A huge statue of the white Invicta horse - the symbol of Kent - will be put up just outside Dover if planners approve.

A planning application is expected to be submitted soon to the district council to put up the statue on the cliffs at Little Farthingloe Farm, close to the A20 near Maxton. Land has already been earmarked.

The statue has been designed by Ian Morrison, from Wingham, who said the next step was getting planning permission and then raising the £2 million which he estimates the statue will cost.

He came up with the design of a rampant horse after seeing Mark Wallinger’s winning entry for the Ebbsfleet Landmark Project, popularly christened the Angel of the South.

With its four hooves firmly placed on the ground, Mr Morrison said it was not the right type of horse for a county landmark. Mr Morrison’s design rapidly gained popularity among Kent people and is also supported by Alex King, deputy leader of Kent County Council.

Mr Morrison said the proposed site was a good one because the horse will be seen from Boulogne and Calais as visitors arrive at Dover.

Full story in this week's Dover Mercury.